Young Auto Care Network Group
Home for the auto care industry’s dynamic and vibrant community of under-40 professionals
YANG provides its members with the opportunity to network with industry peers, develop new skill sets and improve leadership capabilities. YANG events include panel discussions with industry leaders, professional development sessions and networking
events throughout the country. YANG awards a number of scholarships to rising stars in the industry as well.
Upon joining, YANG members immediately become part of a 1,500-strong network of young industry professionals around the world.
Members are invited to attend and host events at trade shows, leadership conferences and Regional Meet-Ups throughout the country. Members receive recognition as well as opportunities for mentorship offered by seasoned industry leaders. For your
organization, membership in YANG helps foster employee retention through networking, mentorship and exposure to the broader industry.
join yang at topgolf in support of the aacf
YANG is proud to host a TopGolf fundraising event at eight major locations across the country to support the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation (AACF). AACF was established in 1959 to help Automotive Aftermarket professionals and their families who have fallen on hard times. Members of the Automotive Aftermarket have always taken care of their own and the members of YANG want to continue that tradition by raising funds for AACF.
This event will take place: Thursday, September 8*, 2022, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.** local time at multiple locations nationwide. Select the location below to register to participate in golf or networking!
*The fundraiser located in Omaha, NE, took place Thursday, August 25, 2022.
**The event will take place from 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. local time in Denver, Colo.
Deadline to register
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
donation
$22
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2025 Auto Care Connect
Auto Care Connect is where leaders and diverse segments of the auto care world come together to ignite innovation, foster collaboration, and accelerate the industry's growth. -
May 30 2025
YANG Leadership Council Applications - NOW OPEN
Applications are being accepted for the 2025-2026 YANG Leadership Council for a two-year term commencing July 1, 2025. Eligibility is limited to under-40 employees of Auto Care Association members in good standing. Involvement on the YANG Leadership Council is a great way for Auto Care Association members to get more involved in the association, influence the direction of multiple projects and priorities, and have an impact on the industry's next generation. (Deadline for submitting applications is Friday, May 30) -
May 30 2025
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YANG Leadership 2.0 Scholarship - NOW OPEN
Applications are being accepted for the 2025-2026 YANG Leadership 2.0 Scholarship. ONE deserving YANG member is awarded a scholarship to attend the highly-acclaimed University of the Aftermarket’s Leadership 2.0 Program. Graduates of the program receive 7.0 CEUs towards their Automotive Aftermarket Profession (AAP) designations. The scholarship is valued at $6,650 and covers the price of tuition, class materials and meals. Travel/hotel accommodations are not included. Eligibility is limited to under-40 employees of Auto Care Association members in good standing. (Deadline for submitting applications is Friday, May 30) -
Jun 18 2025 San Diego, CA
2025 YANG Regional Meet-Up at CAWA
Join YANG on Wednesday, June 18 in San Diego, CA for our next Regional Meet-Up held in conjunction with the CAWA Leadership and Educational Forum! The Meet-Up will take place at the San Diego Mission Bay Resort will include beer and wine. Thank you to CAWA and HL Mando for hosting this event! Open to all YANG members/mentors as well as any auto care industry professionals under the age of 40. You must register to attend this free event. Please RSVP by June 13th.
We want to hear from you!
There are two ways you can get involved:
- Share a topic and/or content idea
- Recommend a Speaker
Do you have a suggested topic in the areas of professional development for under-40 professionals ? Or do you have recommendation on a potential speaker you want YANG to consider for its educational programming?
Submit Your Idea*All submissions will be reviewed and could be used virtually through the YANG Professional Series or in-person at Auto Care Connect.
Until I joined Auto Care, I wouldn't have known the full picture of tariffs other than what you see on the news.
Ashlee Arnold Arnold Oil Company of Austin
It's important to be a member because of the personal and professional benefits, but also because it gets you engaged.
JC Washbish Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.
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